Thursday, August 31, 2017

The iPhone event is official (The 3:59, Ep. 277) - CNET

We discuss Apple, IFA and wearables.

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Garmin adds three new wearables to its Vivo lineup, introduces Garmin Pay

Garmin added three smartwatches at IFA 2017 to its Vivo lineup of wearables. Most noteworthy is the Vivoactive 3, equipped with an updated look, NFC payment system, and more. The other two additions are the Vivosport and Vivomove HR.

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IFA 2017: Complete Coverage

CES may be the largest consumer electronics show in the U.S., but IFA owns bragging rights as the largest CE show outside of the states. The show runs Sep. 1 to Sept. 6, and because of its timing (just in time for buyers to place Christmas orders), IFA frequently plays host to several first-time product unveilings, […]

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Wednesday, August 30, 2017

IFA 2017: Complete Coverage

CES may be the largest consumer electronics show in the U.S., but IFA owns bragging rights as the largest CE show outside of the states. The show runs Sep. 1 to Sept. 6, and because of its timing (just in time for buyers to place Christmas orders), IFA frequently plays host to several first-time product unveilings, […]

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Samsung IFA 2017 launch: What you need to know - CNET

The Korean company packed its event in Berlin with plenty of news from home appliances to wearables.

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Calling all fitness freaks: Samsung's new wearables want you - CNET

The Korean company, which has launched more than a dozen wearables over the past three years, is making a shift from style to sports.

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Samsung's Bixby is a no-show on its new wearables - CNET

The giant's new smartwatches don't support its digital assistant though its earbuds do via a Samsung phone.

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Samsung gets sweaty with Gear Fit2 Pro and Sport watches, IconX wireless earbuds

Samsung's Gear Sport is a cross between a smartwatch and fitness tracker, but it's not the only wearable the company is introducing. It's releasing alongside the new Gear Fit2 Pro and Gear IconX wireless earbuds.

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Wolfcom Venture is a consumer body cam with a few tricks up its sleeve

As Wolfcom's first entry into the consumer market, the Wolfcom Venture is a wearable and mountable camera that gains some unique features thanks to the company's experience in making police body cams.

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Fossil Group reveals a barrage of new Android Wear watches from Misfic, Relic, Michele, and more

Fossil Group, the sprawling fashion empire whose brands include Michele, Micheal Kors, and Diesel, announced its fall 2017 and early 2018 Android Wear watch collections at IFA 2017.

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Innovation World Cup Conference 2017 | Neuchâtel

The Innovation World Cup Conference is coming to Switzerland for the 6th time to bring together technologists, entrepreneurs, scientists, thought leaders and investors to network and drive the Internet of Things business: the 20th of September at Microcity (Rue de la Maladière 71).
 
This action-packed day is split into two main sessions.
In the morning (9 am -12 pm), you will have the chance to learn from different tutorials and hands-on workshops how the latest IoT technologies can be used to enhance your existing product portfolio or to develop totally new products and solutions. Learn from world leading tech players in focused workshops:

And after the developer lunch, you are invited to join the business development and networking session of the Innovation World Cup conference, starting at 1 pm. Get involved in great talks, inspiring pitches, and exciting networking opportunities. Many great success stories have started here!

Join us and don’t miss the chance to learn from leading tech players, like STMicroelectronics, Geeny by Telefónica Next, LoRa Alliance, Gemalto, Microsoft, EBV Elektronik, VARTA Microbattery, CTI, disruptive startups and potential investors.

Participation to the event and developer workshops is free of charge. (Registration required)
Book your seat before it’s too late! (seats are limited!)
For further information, please click here.



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Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Misfit Vapor smartwatch boasts a touch-sensitive bezel and full waterproofing

Misfit revealed its first touchscreen, waterproof smartwatch at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show, and while it ran a proprietary operating system at the time, the Misfit Vapor now runs Android Wear.

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How to use the Amazon trade-in program

The Amazon Trade-In program is great for those who might want to offload their old products -- and get some money in the process. Here's how to use it yourself and get some sweet credit for your Amazon account.

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What to expect from IFA 2017, and how to watch major live-streamed announcements

IFA is here again, and there a ton of great new products that should show up, including from companies like Samsung, Sony, Asus, LG, and more. Here's everything we expect from IFA 2017.

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Diesel’s On Full Guard smartwatch is big, bold, and bloody awesome

Diesel isn't a shy and retiring brand, so it's no surprise to find its On Full Guard smartwatch takes what's awesome about its analog watches, and mixes it with Android Wear tech-cool. The result is big, bold, and pretty awesome-looking.

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Diesel On Full Guard Smartwatch review

Diesel has brought it’s own unique watch styling to the world of wearables with the On Full Guard, a big, bold Android Wear 2.0 smartwatch that’s equally as statement-making as its analog cousins. We’ve been wearing it.

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Monday, August 28, 2017

Hate numbers? The Wooden Word Watch spells the time out for you

Looking for the next great wearable? Created by Harvard computer scientist Harnek Gulati, the Wooden Word Watch is a wooden timepiece that tells the time by spelling it out for you.

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Fitbit sprints into the world of workout audio with new Fitbit Flyer headphones

Fitbit has announced the Fitbit flyer, the wearable brand's first wireless in-ear headphones, which will pair with its new Ionic smartwatch to allow workout enthusiasts to jam out without a phone in tow.

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Fitbit takes on Apple and Google with the Ionic smartwatch

The upcoming smartwatch from Fitbit boasts GPS, heart rate monitoring, support for music streaming, and an all-new app store. Production problems reportedly delayed it, but it will finally be available this October.

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Sunday, August 27, 2017

Awesome tech you can’t buy yet: Smart soccer balls, vibro razors, drum rings

Check out our roundup of the best new crowdfunding projects and product announcements that hit the Web this week. You can't buy this stuff yet, but it sure is fun to gawk!

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Saturday, August 26, 2017

What will it take to sell smartwatches? Just make us feel something

Smartwatches aren’t a big sales success because tech companies are making them and selling them like phones. What we want is a smartwatch that tugs at our heart strings, and that will only come with help from the Swiss watch industry.

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Friday, August 25, 2017

Robotic exoskeleton helps kids with cerebral palsy to walk

Researchers from the National Institutes of Health have developed a robotic exoskeleton, designed to help kids with cerebral palsy correct their walking technique. Here's how it works.

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Weekly Rewind: Apple AR goggles, Fisker’s Tesla killer, tiny robot surgeons

In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of it. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of the top tech stories from this week.

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Carbon nanotube yarn turns movement into electricity, no batteries required

An international team of researchers have developed a special ultra-thin yarn created from carbon nanotubes, which is able to efficiently convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.

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WT | Wearable Technologies Goes East

After a great event in San Francisco we are heading East for the WT | Wearable Technologies Conference 2017 ASIA in Hong Kong on October 12. Hurry up and reserve your ticket before Early Bird Prices expire on August 25 and join the global WT | Network in Hong Kong. Arvato SCM Solutions, Catapult Sports, APAC | ARM and many more will be on stage. 
 
Did you know that WT | Wearable Technologies will shake up the wearables market for the first time in India this year? Learn about the opportunities in this huge market at the WT | Wearable Technologies Conference 2017 in Bangalore on September 7-8 , supported by NASSCOM CoE-IoT and IEEE. Meet Telefónica NEXT / Geeny, Wipro, IBM, Philips Research Qualcomm and many more. 
 
Also, after 11 years of WT | events, which have attracted more than 30,000 attendees, we are proud to announce that our conference series is making a stop in Australia this year. The WT | Wearable Technologies Conference in Sydney on December 7-8 focuses on Safety and Security, Healthcare and Wellness, Transactions and Payments, and Performance, but will also highlight the latest trends in the other market segments. Do you want to be a part of #WTAUS17? Then send us a message to learn more.

Are our upcoming events too far away for you? Don’t worry, we have two more inspiring events coming up soon in Europe! If the medical field is the one that interests you then the MEDICA fair in Düsseldorf is the right show for you! The biggest medical fair in the world will take place on Nov. 13-16. Join the WT | booth along with more than 40 exhibitors to show your product! We are almost sold out so hurry up if you want to get a space in one of the most relevant booths at the fair. 

Last but not least, we are back again in Munich with our flagship event, the WT | Wearable Technologies Conference 2018 Europe. Dates are now confirmed, so save the date for January 30-31st.! You can Pre-register now here and be notified when registration opens to benefit of the Early Bird prices! Also we are open to suggestions for speakers. Send us an e-mail and a short abstract for the topic you will like to present!



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Thursday, August 24, 2017

In a world saturated in Wi-Fi, there’s still room for Bluetooth Mesh

With the new Bluetooth 5 protocol, devices extend wireless networks by transmitting data over a web, or mesh, of interconnected devices. This Bluetooth Mesh could make smart devices far more pleasant than today’s finicky gadgets.

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Tiny acoustic antennas could help make brain implants a reality

Researchers at Northeastern University have developed a new type of antenna hundreds of times smaller than currently existing versions. It could be used to make brain implants a reality.

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Apple Watch 3: News, new features, and rumors

Apple's Series 2 smartwatch was released to fanfare, and fans are looking for more. Could the Apple Watch Series 3 be the best yet? Here's everything we know about the Apple Watch 3 so far.

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Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Samsung hypes Gear S4 reveal at IFA as it leaks Fit 2 Pro activity tracker

Hot off the heels of the Galaxy Note 8 unveiling, Samsung announced it will reveal the Gear S4 next week at IFA. Meanwhile, the company leaked the upcoming Gear Fit 2 Pro on its Malaysian website.

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Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Digital Marketing Innovation World Cup 2017

On September 13 in Cologne, will take place the elevator pitch and official award ceremony of the Digital Marketing Innovation World Cup 2017 at dmexco. The world trade fair for digital marketing in cooperation with the Innovation World Cup will have 16 finalists on stage presenting their disruptive solutions to become the “Digital Marketing Hero”.

The Digital Marketing Innovation World Cup is the worldwide innovation competition connecting digital marketing with the Internet of Things. It invites contestants from all over the world to submit innovative solutions in the areas of “POS & Retail”, “Digital Signage & Outdoor Media”, “Games & Events”, “Mobility & Transportation”, and “Smart Home & Tourism”. An international panel of industry experts select the most innovative solutions from among those entered, according to criteria such as level of innovation, marketability, and usability.

The elevator pitch and official award ceremony will take place at dmexco in Cologne on the 13 September 2017. It will feature on the Hall of Experience, in front of an audience of hundreds of international digital marketing influencers, experts, potential investors and members of the press.

The 16 Digital Marketing Innovation World Cup 2016/17 finalists are (in alphabetical order):
• The Advertima Experience Management System by Advertima
• audEERING emotional and social AI technology by audEERING GmbH
• EINSTONE Smart Retail by Beaconsmind & OSRAM
• SCOUT MOBILE by Cognitive Operational Systems Inc.
• Omnichannel solution by Conichiwa
• adpack – DOOH revolution by IDA Indoor Advertising GmbH
• AuxD – City-Wide Audience Analytics by Idezo GmbH
• Insider Navigation by INS Insider Navigation Systems GmbH
• KiOne by Key Infuser
• Beacons, Dor by Kontakt.io
• Smartcook by Mimesis Technology
• PlayPass – RFID cashless payments solution for live events by PlayPass
• Poken by GES
• Sendrato by Sendrato BV
• Onni Care – Platform for other baby brands by SEP Solutions/Onni Care
• Toteat by TOTEAT

If you want to attend the ceremony award, register here.



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Monday, August 21, 2017

Life-saving smart fabric can detect and neutralize deadly nerve gas

As part of the fight against deadly chemical weapon attacks, researchers have developed a new smart fabric that is capable of not only rapidly detecting nerve gas, but also of neutralizing it.

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Friday, August 18, 2017

Garmin Fenix 5X review

The fenix 5X may be Garmin’s biggest, most expensive GPS multisport watch ever, but the maps alone make it worth the extra effort and expense.

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Weekly Rewind: Tiny iPhones, injectable bandages, Bitcoin for dentists, and more

In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of it. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of the top tech stories from this week.

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Thursday, August 17, 2017

Details emerge from the Apple-Aetna meeting about the Apple Watch

Want an Apple Watch? You may want to talk to Aetna. According to a report from CNBC, Apple and the insurance company held a number of "secret discussions" last week about making the wearable accessible to Aetna customers.

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Alexa can control this exoskeleton for people with mobility difficulties

Thanks to a new partnership, Toronto-based Bionik Laboratories' Arke exoskeleton can now be controlled using Amazon's Alexa. For people with mobility difficulties, this could be a game-changer!

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Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Aetna customer? You could have an Apple Watch in your future

Want an Apple Watch? You may want to talk to Aetna. According to a report from CNBC, Apple and the insurance company held a number of "secret discussions" last week about making the wearable accessible to Aetna customers.

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Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Front Row Wearable Lifestyle Camera Release Date, Price and Specs - CNET

FrontRow is the latest wearable camera that promises to allow to you to live in the moment while simultaneously capturing it.

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If you are thinking about buying a Fitbit, these deals make it the perfect time

Amazon is offering discounts up to $58 on several Fitbit fitness tracker models. We've created a quick rundown of these Fitbit deals to help you decide which one is best for your needs.

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FrontRow is a wearable camera that lets you live in the moment, and capture it

Instead of staring through a smartphone screen when recording your kids' recital, you can use FrontRow, a wearable camera that lets you go hands-free. It packs a handful of live-streaming apps, such as Facebook Live and YouTube Live.

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Swim support and Spotify streaming rumored for Samsung’s Gear Fit 2 Pro

The Gear Fit 2 Pro may be Samsung's next fitness wearable, and it's rumored to launch alongside the Galaxy Note 8 before the end of August 2017. Here's what we think we know about it.

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Monday, August 14, 2017

5 budget-friendly action cameras that won’t leave you broke

Looking for an action cam but don’t want to shell out the big bucks for a high-end GoPro? Check out these five great action cameras, including some 4K-capable models, that won’t leave you broke.

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Apple Watch 3: News, new features, and rumors

Apple's Series 2 smartwatch was released to fanfare, and fans are looking for more. Could the Apple Watch Series 3 be the best yet? Here's everything we know about the Apple Watch 3 so far.

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Samsung Gear Sport: News and rumors

Recent reports hint at Samsung's plans for a new wearable: The Samsung Gear Sport. Although we know it is highly unlikely to be the Gear S4, the latest details suggest it will be more of a mix between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch.

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Does Fitbit have a watch that can challenge Apple? Fitbit Surge Vs. Apple Watch Series 2

The Fitbit Surge and Apple Watch Series 2 have become the faces of what a smartwatch and fitness tracker can do, but head-to-head you realize just how superior one of the devices is.

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Friday, August 11, 2017

Weekly Rewind: Trippy tech, mind zappers, and password regrets

In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of it. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of the top tech stories from this week.

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These 30 essential Apple Watch tips and tricks will help you master it

The Apple Watch can do more than just tell you the time, and mastering the device's various features is essential if you want to make the most of it. Luckily, we have 30 Apple Watch tips and tricks to help you out.

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Thursday, August 10, 2017

Nanotube-based random number generator is small enough to fit in a smartwatch

Researchers from Northwestern University have developed a holy grail for those working in cryptography -- a truly random number generator that's compact enough to be used in wearable devices.

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Fitbit smartwatch 2017: News and rumors

The upcoming smartwatch from Fitbit will reportedly boast GPS, heart rate monitoring, support for music streaming, and more. But production problems have delayed it significantly. Here is what we know.

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Apple Watch shipments in third place behind Xiaomi, FitBit - CNET

Apple now ranks third in the number of wearable devices shipped worldwide, trailing FitBit and Xiaomi.

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Thync Relax Pro review

A wearable device that promises to relax you in just 10 minutes, that can be used anywhere, and at any time? Sign us up! That’s the pitch for the Thync Relax Pro, and we’ve been trying it out to see if it lives up to these exciting claims.

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Wednesday, August 9, 2017

If you are thinking about buying a Fitbit, these deals make it the perfect time

Amazon is offering discounts up to $58 on several Fitbit fitness tracker models. We've created a quick rundown of these Fitbit deals to help you decide which one is best for your needs.

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Recap WT | Wearable Technologies Conference 2017 USA in San Francisco

The WT | Wearable Technologies Conference 2017 USA in San Francisco on July 25-26 was a great success. For the 6th consecutive year now WT | Wearable Technologies presented the latest innovations and developments in the wearables market and gave guidance for your business and strategy, with a thrilling conference program, an extensive conference exhibition and networking opportunities with the who’s who from the entire WT ecosystem.

To review those exciting two days we prepared some impressions for you. A big thank you goes to all contributors of #WTUS17 – it was great to see you (again)!

  • Mary Liz McCurdy, Global Head of Health & Fitness, Google Play Apps at #WTUS17

You were not able to travel to San Francisco? Then you should check out our upcoming WT | Wearable Technologies Conferences in Bangalore on September 7-8, in Hong Kong on October 12, in Sydney on December 7-8 and in Munich in January 2018.



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Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Save big and stay fashionable with these three Fossil Grant watch deals

Fossil Grant watches are modeled after vintage clocks, with Roman numerals uniquely designed to provide artistic balance to the dial and layered sub-eyes over the numerals in order to create a sense of depth. Read on to browse the best Fossil Grant watch deals.

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Affordable action cameras: Our 6 favorite budget-friendly GoPro alternatives

Looking for an action cam but don’t want to shell out the big bucks for a high-end GoPro? Check out these six great action cameras, including some 4K-capable models, that won’t leave you broke.

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Health-tracking graphene tattoos are the latest step on the path to cyborgs

Think that regular tattoos are way too mainstream? Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed a graphene-based tattoo that can track your various health biometrics.

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Health-monitoring wearable makes you sweat even when you’re sitting still

University of Cincinnati engineers have developed a smart biosensor which prompts users to sweat even when they’re resting and cool. It could help revolutionize remote diagnosis and monitoring.

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You can buy Google Glass again — but only the Enterprise edition

Wearable specialist Streye has officially opened orders for Glass Enterprise, a new iteration of Google's ill-fated Google Glass augmented reality hardware that is tailored for use in the workplace.

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Monday, August 7, 2017

Modius is a neurostimulation wearable that tricks your body into burning fat

Want to drop body fat while sitting on the couch? Silly question, right? That's the pitch for the Modius, a nerve zapping wearable headset which promises to make a leaner, meaner version of you without needing to hit the gym.

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Fossil Q Venture, Q Explorist smartwatches now available for pre-order

Fossil announced a slate of new smartwatches at the Baselworld conference in 2017: The Q Venture, the Q Activist, the Q Explorist, and the Q Accomplice. They pack cutting-edge processors and the latest version Android Wear.

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Interview with Jeff Katz – CTO, Geeny: empowering consumers in a world where more and more things are becoming connected

Making things smarter and creating a unique consumer experience at the same time is a big challenge for companies these days. But Geeny can help. The fully end to end IoT solution and open ecosystem provides complete technology stack and a strong partner network so you can focus on what you do best. It speeds up IoT development and enables you to build ready-to-market propositions in 100 days.

Telefónica NEXT introduced „Geeny“ at the WT | Wearable Technologies Conference in San Francisco two weeks ago. We interviewed Jeff Katz, CTO of Geeny, to get to know more about this stunning IoT ecosystem and its benefits.

Could you briefly explain what Telefónica Next / Geeny is about?

Geeny is all about empowering consumers in a world where more and more things are becoming connected. We’re building a new kind of IoT Ecosystem that is trying to democratize data: Consumers can see and make use of what data their devices are collecting while developers can mix and match that data to create entirely new value propositions.

How can this help consumers?

Nowadays consumers who want to take advantage of connected devices have to make the choice of which closed ecosystem they are going to buy into. Each device comes with its own connectivity, its own backend, and its own software. They often have their data in the hands of large corporations, where it’s difficult if not impossible to know what exactly is being collected or how it is being used. In contrast, Geeny allows consumers to participate in the value their data is bringing, as they rightfully should. Consumers are always in control of their own data, making Geeny a far more transparent, secure, and private option for them. Additionally, this data can then be leveraged in order to build more customised solutions for consumers. This means that data collected on one day can be analysed and harnessed on the next in order to create tailored solutions.

For example, imagine that the data collected on your Garmin from the run you just went on in preparation for the upcoming marathon is sent directly to your personal trainer, who then gets updated on your progress and immediately adjusts tomorrow’s workout accordingly. While that is going on, your fridge updates your shopping list after your post-run dinner to ensure that you always remain well-nourished while training. Consumers thus become active participants of IoT: this is what Geeny makes possible.

As there are already many IoT platforms out there, can you tell us what makes Geeny stand out in the market?

There are two major differences between Geeny and what’s already out there. Rather than being an end-to-end solution which disappears into the product on the shelf, Geeny is an enabler for different actors to collaborate on solutions. Geeny enables the quick development of solutions and allows developers to focus on their core skill sets. This is because Geeny decouples applications and services from the hardware that supplies their data, allowing businesses on the platform to collaborate with others that may have different areas of expertise.

In short, focus on where you’re good and Geeny will enable the rest: you’re plugged into a global ecosystem of businesses, developers, devices, data, and consumers. Geeny makes it easy for businesses to either make their current IoT solutions smarter, or to build something new from scratch. Barriers to entry are removed and multiple data streams are made available—this allows for even greater value creation for customers.

Can you already reveal some success stories?

As we are still actively developing, the success so far has been in the reception of the idea. We’re just now launching the platform to developers, but already we’ve had some amazing discussions with businesses, developers, and partners. We hear that our ecosystem concept is definitely the right one, and already we are able to make strong partnerships with other companies that see the future as we do.

What is your favourite wearable device and why?

It’s quite difficult to narrow it to one, so I will have to answer with two: I quite like Pavlok for the sheer absurdity. Basslet is almost magical in how it transforms portable music listening.

The growth in popularity of wearable devices like these is obvious but this is just the beginning. Here you can find a short interview with Jeff:



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Sunday, August 6, 2017

Score a Pebble Time Smartwatch for only $50 with this Amazon deal

Score one of the most popular smartwatches for only $50 with this Pebble Time Smartwatch deal. The smartwatch has one of the best interfaces that lets you act now, reflect on the past, and look into the future. 

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Awesome tech you can’t buy yet: Home steam cleaning, futuristic pianos, e-skin

Check out our roundup of the best new Kickstarter and Indiegogo projects and product announcements that hit the web this week. You can't buy this stuff yet, but there's no denying that it's fun to gawk!

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Friday, August 4, 2017

Apple Watch 3: News and rumors

The Apple Watch Series 2 was released to some fanfare, but many are looking for more. In fact, the next Apple Watch could be the best yet. Here's everything we know about the Apple Watch Series 3 so far.

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Which Apple Watch should grace your wrist? Apple Watch Series 1 vs. the Apple Watch Series 2

Apple has only refined the Apple Watch with the Series 1 and 2. To help you decide which smartwatch right for you, we've pitted the Apple Watch Series 1 against the Apple Watch Series 2.

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Xiaomi zooms, Fitbit falters in latest wearables market report

Last year, Fitbit shipped nearly twice the number of wearables of its next closest competitor, Xiaomi. This year, Xiaomi has ascended to the top spot, thanks to the success of its wildly inexpensive Mi Band 2.

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Thursday, August 3, 2017

The latest Samsung wearable could combine the Gear Fit 2 and Gear S3

Recent reports hint at plans to release a new Samsung wearable. Although we know it is highly unlikely to be the Gear S4, the latest details suggest it will be more of a mix between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch.

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Solar sunglasses generate electricity while you wear them

Looking for an excuse to permanently wear sunglasses as if you're an aging rock star? This pair of smart sunglasses with solar cells for lenses might just give you the excuse you crave!

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Fitbit smartwatch 2017: News and rumors

The upcoming smartwatch from Fitbit will reportedly boast GPS, heart-rate monitoring, support for music streaming, and more. But production problems have delayed it significantly. Here is what we know.

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Wednesday, August 2, 2017

With support for Nike+ Run Club, Polar makes tracking workouts even easier

Polar has added Nike+ Run Club support to its M430 and M600 wearable fitness devices, giving users the ability to automatically sync their workouts through the Polar Flow software.

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Tuesday, August 1, 2017

Got a Benjamin to burn? Here are our 15 favorite gadgets under $100

A $100 bill can get you further than you might think, that is, so long as you know where to look. Check out our picks for the best tech under $100, whether you're in the market for headphones or a virtual-reality headset.

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Sensor-packed smart belt could help reduce falls in Parkinson’s patients

Parkinson's disease affects up to 1 million Americans. Researchers at the University of Houston have developed a smartphone-based biofeedback rehab wearable that could help them.

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HP dresses up its VR backpacks for business - CNET

The company says the HP Z BR backpack is the most powerful wearable computer you can strap to your back.

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